The Honorary Consulate of Estonia in Lebanon

Even in times of war, the Honorary Consulate of Estonia in Lebanon continues to operate normally and to issue passports and ID cards to Estonian citizens residing in Lebanon.

This morning, we had the pleasure of a private guided tour of the Nuhad Es-Said Pavilion at the National Museum of Beirut with my long-time friend Adeline Souhaid, accompanied by Liis Rosenfeldt (Deputy Head, Embassy of Estonia in Cairo), ahead of our meeting at the French Consulate. A meaningful day of culture and cooperation.

Exciting news from our diplomatic outreach in the region! 🇪🇪🇱🇧 Deputy Head of the Embassy of Estonia in Cairo, Consul Liis Rosenfeldt, visited the Honorary Consulate of Estonia in Lebanon. She issued the D-visa for Estonia to our first Lebanese student, a Political Science major at LAU, who will study at Tallinn University for a semester under the Erasmus+ programme this January. She also conducted on-site fingerprinting for Estonian residents in Lebanon seeking passport renewals. A strong example of EU-Lebanon cooperation and educational mobility in action!

We were honored to host H.E. the Estonian Ambassador to Lebanon Ms. Ingrid Amer for constructive discussions on Lebanon’s 2026 roadmap. Estonia’s digital leadership in e-governance, cybersecurity, and smart tech can accelerate our modernization journey.

The Honorary Consul of Estonia in Lebanon Mr. Fouad Fadel hosted a dinner on September 29 in honor of Her Excellency Ingrid Amer, Ambassador of Estonia to Lebanon. The evening provided a warm setting for meaningful dialogue on shared priorities in digital governance, cybersecurity, and regional collaboration.

Attending guests included:
-Her Excellency Ms. Ingrid Amer,Ambassador of Estonia to Lebanon
- Her Excellency Ms. Anne Meskanen, Ambassador of Finland to Lebanon
- Mr. Karl Gedda, Director of smart ESA
- Ms. Elisabeth Viinalass, from Mondo’s NGO
- Mr. Margus Parts, journalist from Postimees

A heartfelt thank you to all participants for fostering cross-border dialogue, cultural ties, and potential cooperation that benefit Estonia, Lebanon, and the wider region.

Our shared history and natural heritage inspire stronger ties between Estonia and Lebanon.”
Ambassador Ingrid Amer today, with Honorary Consul Fouad Fadel, explored the North, including the Valley Saint and Lebanon’s majestic cedar forests, to discuss ongoing cooperation in culture, education, and sustainable development.

Insightful meeting with Smart ESA

This afternoon, I had the privilege of meeting with Karl Gedda, Director of Smart ESA, and Francesco Bakhos Project Manager, while personally representing the Honorary Consulate of Estonia in Lebanon. During our discussion, I had the opportunity to present several key initiatives that could benefit Smart ESA, including:

- E-residency: An innovative program allowing entrepreneurs worldwide to establish and manage a business in Estonia.
- Startup Visa : An initiative that facilitates access for foreign entrepreneurs to the Estonian market.
- E-governance : A system that promotes transparency and efficiency in public administration.
- Cybersecurity : Advanced solutions to protect businesses and sensitive data.

We also explored the possibility of establishing a partnership with Estonia to support our local startups. I am convinced that this collaboration could open new avenues and strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

I would like to thank Karl and Francesco for their time and valuable insights. I look forward to continuing this conversation and exploring the opportunities ahead!

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